CPT
Cape Town
South Africa
3,138 km
1,950 miles
MJM
Mbuji Mayi
DR Congo
Distance
3,138 km
1,950 mi / 1,694 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Africa/Johannesburg
Heading
10°
north

Airport Comparison

CPT MJM
Airport Name Cape Town International Airport Mbuji Mayi Airport
IATA Code CPT MJM
ICAO Code FACT FZWA
City Cape Town Mbuji Mayi
Country South Africa DR Congo
Timezone Africa/Johannesburg Africa/Lubumbashi
Elevation 151 ft 2,221 ft
Coordinates -33.960000, 18.600000 -6.120000, 23.570000

Cape Town (CPT) to Mbuji Mayi (MJM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa to Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM) in Mbuji Mayi, DR Congo is 3,138 kilometers (1,950 miles / 1,694 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 10°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting South Africa with DR Congo. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 22:03 in Cape Town, it's 22:03 in Mbuji Mayi.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,070 feet between the two airports. Mbuji Mayi Airport sits higher than Cape Town International Airport.

The return flight from Mbuji Mayi (MJM) to Cape Town (CPT) follows a heading of 189° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and Mbuji Mayi Airport (MJM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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